Grilled Poc Chuc Pork with Citrus Marinade

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-12 · Updated 2026-06-12

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Thinly sliced pork marinated in a bright blend of sour orange juice and spices, then grilled to smoky perfection—a vibrant Yucatecan favorite. This Mexican-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs pork loin, sour orange juice, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 pounds, thinly sliced pork loin
3/4 cup (or 1/2 cup orange juice + 1/4 cup lime juice) sour orange juice
3, minced garlic cloves
1 medium, sliced into rings white onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon achiote powder

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup sour orange juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon achiote powder to make a marinade.
Step 2: Place 1.5 pounds thinly sliced pork loin in a shallow dish, pour the marinade over the pork, and add 1 medium sliced white onion. Toss gently to coat, cover, and refrigerate for 2 hours.
Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Brush grates with 2 tablespoons vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
Step 4: Remove pork slices from marinade, letting excess drip off. Grill pork slices and onion rings for about 3-4 minutes per side until nicely charred and cooked through.
Step 5: Serve hot with grilled onion and fresh tortillas or rice.